Paid work and motherhood can bring competing schedules, practical demands and expectations about what you should be able to manage. There is no single arrangement that fits every family, and struggling with an overloaded week does not mean you are doing motherhood...
Words can set a limit, explain a problem and help a child understand what to do next. You do not need a perfect script for every difficult moment. Aim for a clear message that addresses the behaviour while treating your child with respect. A tired or frustrated parent...
“My soul feels tired” may be your way of describing exhaustion, disconnection or the sense that life has become too much. That language can carry personal or spiritual meaning. It cannot, by itself, tell you why you feel unwell or whether there is a physical or mental...
Romantic excitement and heartbreak can feel physical as well as emotional. You might notice that a new connection holds your attention, or that a breakup leaves you tense and unable to settle. Brain research offers some insight into these experiences, alongside the...
If a long-distance relationship is wearing you out, it can help to look at the arrangements rather than blame yourself for not being positive enough. The problem may be an unrealistic contact schedule, one-sided planning or an important question you have not...
Small moments of connection can be welcome in a relationship: a greeting, a shared joke, a useful task completed or a little time to talk. Which moments matter depends on the people involved and what their days allow. You do not need a daily minutes target, constant...
Some people know what they want in life from a very young age while others it takes longer to know what you want in your life, career and in love. If you are someone that wanted to be in a relationship that was like the movies, you will know that life does not always...
Choosing someone to be with for life can be hard. People that are married seem to be happier than single people but people that are single are happier than those that are divorced. You will know that if you have a failed marriage that you are not going to be happy but...
Recognising a troubling pattern in a relationship can bring relief and uncertainty at the same time. You may want to tell your partner that you believe they are narcissistic, hoping the label will make them understand what has hurt you. You cannot predict a...
As the old saying goes, “love hurts.” Even in the happiest of relationships, the mere thought of losing that special someone can cause you to feel pain. Love has ups, downs, and a few times in between, but one of the cruelest times of love is when you love someone who...
